Performs respiratory therapy procedures and demonstrates technical skills required for area of practice, seeking guidance as needed.
Utilizes assessment to initiate an individualized patient plan of care incorporating resources such as the expert level RCP and the interdisciplinary team
Addresses patient/family needs in plan, which are identified on admission and coordinated through discharge
Prioritizes patient therapy according to patient acuity on a daily basis
Is capable of administering all modes of routine therapy for geriatric, adult, adolescent, pediatric and infant patients
Qualifications
Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred
On year respiratory therapy experience prefered. New graduates considererd
Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required